Midweek meal planning 10/29/15 (2026 Guide)

Want to get more out of midweek meal planning without the guesswork? Below we walk through the essentials in plain language, with practical steps you can use right away.

Key Takeaways

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• Worth noting: midweek meal planning Sunday: We went out to eat.
• Monday: I ended up with food poisoning or something similarly awful from Sunday's dinner, so ...
• 8 ate at a friend's house, MashupDad had eggs, Junior High Guy had leftovers.

How Midweek Meal Planning Really Works

It’s more traditional to meal plan on the weekend, but since our Chicago grocery deals mostly flip on Wednesdays and since midweek is when numerous of us begin running out of steam, we buck the trend here and go with Wednesdays or Thursdays. So here's our week.

This chicken came out pretty well, although I accidentally cooked it upside-down -- did you ever have one of those days when you're trying to get something in the oven in time for a reasonable dinner hour but everyone (AKA: kids) is trying to talk to you at once, punctuated by loud arguing (AKA: sibling love)? Or so I heard.

Getting the Most From Midweek Meal Planning

More importantly, tuesday: Still didn't feel well enough to cook, so MashupDad picked up a rotisserie chicken at Pete's, baked potatoes, spinach salad. Wednesday: Finally felt mostly better -- went to Jewel and got these affordable little chickens, then cooked them both up with some potatoes, mushrooms, and onions so we'd have leftovers, along with the last of the spinach.

Thursday: Leftover chicken & potatoes from Wednesday and the Earthbound Farm salad kit I got at Jewel yesterday. Why yes, we are having chicken three days in a row. 🙂 Friday: Slow Cooker Pulled Pork from the second affordable pork roast I picked up at Jewel a few weeks ago.

Tips That Make a Difference

Remember that saturday: Leftover pulled pork. (Maybe enchiladas, but I'll probably wait until Sunday to make those since of all the Halloween craziness.) Your turn How’s your week of meal planning going? Are you cooking mostly out of your pantry, or are you taking advantage of this week’s grocery sales?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I save money on midweek meal planning?

Compare prices across a few retailers, look for active coupon codes, and time bigger buys around sales events. So here's our week.

Is it worth shopping around for midweek meal planning?

Usually yes. This chicken came out pretty well, although I accidentally cooked it upside-down -- did you ever have one of those days when you're trying to get something in the oven in time for a reasonable dinner hour but everyone (A....

What should I check before buying?

Read the terms, confirm any code still works, and factor in shipping or returns. Or so I heard.

Smart Ways to Save More on Midweek Meal Planning

• Leave items in your cart for a day; some stores send a follow up discount.
• Pair cashback with a coupon so you save twice on the same order.
• Stack a coupon code with an existing sale whenever the store allows it.
• Sign up for the retailer newsletter to catch first time and seasonal discounts.
• Compare the final price including shipping, not just the headline number.

Final Thoughts

The bottom line on midweek meal planning: a little research goes a long way. Compare your options, watch for seasonal offers, and never pay full price when a better deal is a click away.

Originally published at mashupmom.com.